Friday, February 12, 2016

It's official - cloud computing is the future way of life, whether
it’s for pleasure or for business. Cloud computing has been in development for
some time now, and has more than proved its potential in the tech industry.
Soon cloud computing will be a part of every industry and will eventually
transform the way we work and live. And while cloud computing is currently
benefiting businesses the most, it’s only logical that the next step would be
to integrate everything else with the cloud. Here’s a list of some of the
latest technologies that will rely heavily on cloud, in order to function
properly.

Cloud Gaming – Redefining the Way the World Plays

With the advent of
cloud gaming, gamers are now playing game rendered on the cloud, instead
of the high-end graphics card of PC. This allows gaming headsets to function as
nothing more than thin clients, and also helps save a chunk of expenses. This
shift of device complexity to centralized data servers will bring
down the individual cost of virtual reality headsets, and potentially
remove the need for an expensive PC upgrade. Cloud gaming will also have
secondary benefits such as enhanced ergonomics and lower resource requirements.

A handful of companies have
already explored the concept of cloud gaming. Sony, for example, has
developed a cloud gaming service called PlayStation Now, which is said to work
in tandem with its PlayStation VR design. But while the
first-generation of cloud gaming devices hold lots of promise for future
gamers, the introduction of a durable, standalone cloud gaming device will be
required to accelerate the adoption of cloud-based gaming.

This will mean that consumers will
finally be able to afford to game, without having to invest in a high-end
desktop or laptop PC. This would open the doors of virtual gaming for any
member of society. No wonders, game fanatics are vocal about their love for the
cloud, the platform that’s redefining the face of gaming.

Virtual Reality

Anyone familiar with the concept
of cloud with seamless device transition, virtual reality Operating System Embedded (OSE) or cloud-based multi-user
interactions will understand the impact the cloud will have on virtual reality.
A thorough understanding of cloud gaming will propel virtual reality into the
next generation.

It hasn’t been easy; extracting the
power of the cloud and making sure that all connected devices are synced to
each other. But, the transition is complete and many of us even know about
Virtual Reality from things like The Matrix. Companies are already in the
development stage for a number of such technologies, and will soon be available
as part of the VR operating system
environment. And while implementing VR in the real world will take some time, video
gamers will already know what to do with it.

As a new generation of gamers
emerges, a multi-system virtual reality is not far from entering the
mainstream. Cloud-based VR will unleash a level of virtual connectivity that
was never previously experienced, all thanks to the cloud.

Li-Fi

People were happy with Dial-up
modems, impressed with broadband, and were in awe of Wi-Fi. So, now get ready
for the next generation of high-speed connectivity, with Li-Fi. A 5G light
connectivity features that flows along the spectrum of visible light, Li-Fi is
not just a new level of speed, but the first glimpse into the world of light
speed. The concept works on Light-emitting diode or LED bulbs that transfer
data when they are turned on or off, at a speed so fast that the human eye
can’t even see it.

The equipment required to handle
such speeds is already under development, and the means to use it is already
available in the form of the cloud. With will make it possible to provide
internet connectivity at speeds of up to 100 Gbps, estimated to be over 2000
times faster that modern day broadband. The availability of massive amounts of
LEDs will enable Wi-Fi connectivity in areas that were previously prohibited,
including airplanes, hospitals and other secure locations.

Another major advantage of this
lightning fast connectivity is zero electromagnetic interference (ZEI), a
feature that will eliminate the risk of radiation exposure from wireless data
transmission. With the help of the cloud, Li-Fi will also offer enhanced data
protection, seeing that light cannot pass through walls. This would make it
virtually impossible to hack in to a data system from the outside. And as radio
and telecommunication frequencies get more congested, the demand for a faster
and more efficient media of wireless communication means that Li-Fi has a built
a bright future for itself, courtesy the cloud.

Cloud Office Solutions

Things like virtual reality and
cloud gaming are what make the cloud fun to use, but the cloud also offers a
number of professional benefits that have become the norm for doing business.
Cloud office solutions are already in the market, allowing businesses to get an
array of office services from a single provider who will install, integrate,
manage and secure your business processes.

Cloud computing had proven its value
to businesses a long time ago, but cloud office solutions have opened new doors
for smaller businesses. Cloud-based office solutions allow SMEs to take
advantage of cloud systems, without having to invest in expensive
infrastructure, such as e-mail servers, and IT technicians. Even the current
cloud office solutions offer on the go access and cost efficiencies over
traditional software.

Cloud Analytics Services

Cloud analytics is a business
service model that has some components of the data analytics process coming in
directly through a private or public cloud. A major advantage of cloud analytics
over traditional analytics is that they are available on a subscription model,
which means you usually pay for what you use and how much you use.

Cloud-based analytics also gives
businesses an effective alternative to predictive analytics, allowing them to
cut costs on data that is more than just subjective. There are already a number
of cloud analytics services that are being offered by cloud companies, including data social media
analytics, and software-as-a-service business intelligence, commonly referred
to as SaaS BI. The SaaS BI model is fully scalable, making it a great platform
for start-ups to get affordable analytics data.

About the Author

Mauricio is the CEO of Cloudwards.net, a data and
user feedback driven comparison engine for cloud apps and services.

He enjoys
writing and producing educational videos around the cloud to help people find
the best cloud service for their needs.